Smart plugs provide an affordable option for cutting standby power use in homes across the U.S.
The average household wastes about $135 yearly on phantom power from 65 plugged-in devices. Smart plugs with energy monitoring help identify and reduce these loads by scheduling devices off when not needed.
The Kenya Power and Lighting Company has warned that leaving appliances in standby mode can add up to 10 per cent to monthly electricity bills. The company described the issue as phantom or vampire power and urged households to unplug devices fully.
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